Captain
Ed Traylor

Member since April 2023 Marathon, United States
Background
Captain Ed Traylor (our founder) is 4th generation Floridian who has fished the coastal and inland waters since childhood. He has also fished (and continues to fish) with some of the most renowned Captains in Marathon Key gathering decades of offshore fishing knowledge and techniques from award-winning captains. Whether you are here for the first time or visit Marathon regularly, Wet Tails Charters will provide a fishing experience that you will never forget.
Techniques
On the troll chasing birds is my most desired way of fishing. The thrill of finding the Mahi or Tuna and the rod slamming action that proceeds it is what I live for.

Hey, I'm Captain Ed Traylor

Marathon, United States
Background
Captain Ed Traylor (our founder) is 4th generation Floridian who has fished the coastal and inland waters since childhood. He has also fished (and continues to fish) with some of the most renowned Captains in Marathon Key gathering decades of offshore fishing knowledge and techniques from award-winning captains. Whether you are here for the first time or visit Marathon regularly, Wet Tails Charters will provide a fishing experience that you will never forget.
Techniques
On the troll chasing birds is my most desired way of fishing. The thrill of finding the Mahi or Tuna and the rod slamming action that proceeds it is what I live for.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(129 reviews)
Angler's choice
Marathon
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $895

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 129 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fantastic fishing
Our fishing trip with Wet Tails Charters
Our fishing trip with Wet Tails Charters
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Tomas B.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Our fishing trip with Wet Tails Charters

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hr Nearshore Reef/Wreck on January 30, 2026
Our fishing trip with Wet Tails Charters was absolutely fantastic. Even though the weather was rough and it was raining heavily,...
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Anthony A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Perfect day of fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on January 29, 2026
Even thought the weather conditions have been less then ideal Captain Ed was able to put us on consistent fish and we were...
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David J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Loaded the boat - ripping lip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on January 22, 2026
Capt Ed and First mate Ian were absolutley excellent.ย  both as friendly as could be and asked us what WE wanted to do.ย  So...
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Yvonne P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Captain & First Mate

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on December 24, 2025
We had 6 in our family outing, from 10 - 72 yrs old.ย  Each of us rated the trip 5+.ย  From the moment we met at the dock,...
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Tom D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Never Give In

VERIFIED   6hr Offshore Big Game on November 9, 2025
Captain Ed and first mate Ian are true professionals that never give up. A beautiful day on the water but no boats were getting...
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